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FDA Drug recall · Reported February 20, 2019

Levetiracetam in 0.54 % Sodium Chloride Injection 1,500/mg/100mL (15mg/mL), For intravenous Infusion Only, 1 x 100 mL Infusion bag, Manufactured by: Gland Pharma Limited Hyderabad - 500 043, India Distributor: Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Inc., Princeton, NJ 08540 UPC 343598637525 ---- NDC 43598-637-52

Labeling: Label Error on Declared Strength; the pre-printed text on the primary infusion bag and the NDC incorrectly identifies the product as Levetiracetam in 0.75% Sodium Chlori…

Recall #
D-0485-2019
Affected scope
2770 bags; 277 selling units
Initiated
October 26, 2018
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Dr. Reddy's Laboratories, Inc. recalled Levetiracetam in 0.54 % Sodium Chloride Injection 1,500/mg/100mL (15mg/mL), For intraveno… - a critical-severity action.

Levetiracetam in 0.54 % Sodium Chloride Injection 1,500/mg/100mL (15mg/mL), For intraveno… was recalled by Dr. Reddy's Laboratories, Inc. in February 20, 2019. Reason: Labeling: Label Error on Declared Strength; the pre-printed text on the primary infusion bag and the NDC inco…. Check the official notice for the remedy. Verify recall #D-0485-2019 with the FDA Drug before acting.

The recall

Dr. Reddy's Laboratories, Inc. issued this critical-severity FDA Drug recall-Labeling: Label Error on Declared Strength; the pre-printed text on the primary infusion bag and the NDC inco….

Critical
severity level
Class I
classification
February 20, 2019
reported

Sourced from official FDA Drug enforcement records. Verify recall #D-0485-2019 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.

Recall Insight

This FDA Drug action (record #D-0485-2019) was formally reported on February 20, 2019, with the manufacturer initiating the action on October 26, 2018. It is classified under Critical severity (Class I), with a current status of Terminated. Dr. Reddy's Laboratories, Inc. is listed as the recalling firm, operating out of Princeton, NJ. Federal records list the affected scope as 2770 bags; 277 selling units.

The documented reason for this recall is: Labeling: Label Error on Declared Strength; the pre-printed text on the primary infusion bag and the NDC incorrectly identifies the product as Levetiracetam in 0.75% Sodium Chloride (1000 mg/100 mL) however, the externa… Distribution data in the federal record shows the product reached: Nationwide. Distribution scope directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory.

Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 5 from FDA Drug - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.

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Severity

Critical

Affected scope

2770 bags; 277 selling units

Related Recalls

6

5 from same agency

Product description

Levetiracetam in 0.54 % Sodium Chloride Injection 1,500/mg/100mL (15mg/mL), For intravenous Infusion Only, 1 x 100 mL Infusion bag, Manufactured by: Gland Pharma Limited Hyderabad - 500 043, India Distributor: Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Inc., Princeton, NJ 08540 UPC 343598637525 ---- NDC 43598-637-52

Reason for recall

Labeling: Label Error on Declared Strength; the pre-printed text on the primary infusion bag and the NDC incorrectly identifies the product as Levetiracetam in 0.75% Sodium Chloride (1000 mg/100 mL) however, the external foil pouch correctly identifies the product as Levetiracetam in 0.54% Sodium Chloride Injection (1,500/100 mL).

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the FDA Drug recall record
Attribute Value
Agency U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Severity class Critical (Class I)
Status Terminated
Recall number D-0485-2019
Date reported February 20, 2019
Date initiated October 26, 2018
Recalling firm Dr. Reddy's Laboratories, Inc.
Firm location Princeton, NJ
Affected scope 2770 bags; 277 selling units
Distribution Nationwide

Profile values are sourced directly from the official FDA Drug enforcement record. Source: U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

What to do with this recall

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  • This is a Class I (high-risk) recall, stop using the product immediately and follow the disposal or return instructions. What to do next

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled?
Levetiracetam in 0.54 % Sodium Chloride Injection 1,500/mg/100mL (15mg/mL), For intravenous Infusion Only, 1 x 100 mL Infusion bag, Manufactured by: Gland Pharma Limited Hyderabad - 500 043, India Distributor: Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Inc., Princeton, NJ 08540 UPC 343598637525 ---- NDC 43598-637-52. Recalled by Dr. Reddy's Laboratories, Inc.. Units affected: 2770 bags; 277 selling units.
Why was this product recalled?
Labeling: Label Error on Declared Strength; the pre-printed text on the primary infusion bag and the NDC incorrectly identifies the product as Levetiracetam in 0.75% Sodium Chloride (1000 mg/100 mL) however, the external foil pouch correctly identifies the product as Levetiracetam in 0.54% Sodium Chloride Injection (1,500/100 mL).
Which agency issued this recall?
This recall was issued by the FDA Drug on February 20, 2019. Severity: Critical. Recall number: D-0485-2019.
Where was the recalled product distributed?
Distribution: Nationwide.
How do I check if my product is affected by a recall?
Check the product description and recall number (D-0485-2019) against your product. Visit the official FDA Drug website for the most current information. You can also use our Recall Checker tool to search by product name or brand.
Should I stop using a recalled medication or medical device?
Do not stop using a recalled medication or device without consulting your healthcare provider first, as abruptly discontinuing treatment could pose its own health risks. Your doctor can advise on alternatives or whether the recall applies to your specific product lot. Check the recall number and lot information against your product packaging.

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Every figure on PlainRecalls is rendered directly from official FDA, CPSC and NHTSA recall records, no number is typed in by an editor. This recall: FDA Drug, reported February 20, 2019. Severity classes follow each agency's own taxonomy (FDA Class I/II/III; CPSC and NHTSA by hazard type), and related-recall context is computed across the full archive. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a data error. Data current as of July 2026.